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Finding a family law advocate in Mumbai for a mutual consent or contested divorce. Key courts, realistic fees, and what to ask at your first consultation.
Where divorce cases are filed in Mumbai
Family Court jurisdiction in Mumbai depends on where you reside. Mumbai has multiple Family Court benches: Bandra (covering western suburbs), Dindoshi (north suburbs), and the principal bench at Bandra. Contested matters may also be heard at the Bombay High Court on appeal.
Divorce lawyer fees in Mumbai
Mumbai family law advocate fees:
- Mutual consent divorce (straightforward): ₹25,000–₹70,000 total
- Mutual consent with property settlement: ₹50,000–₹1,50,000
- Contested divorce: ₹75,000–₹3,00,000+
- Contested with child custody and maintenance: ₹1,50,000–₹5,00,000+
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Find a verified divorce lawyer in MumbaiMutual consent divorce timeline in Mumbai
Under the Hindu Marriage Act, mutual consent divorce requires two motions with a 6-month cooling-off period. Mumbai Family Court timelines are longer than Bangalore due to higher case volume. Expect 12–18 months for the full process. The Supreme Court has permitted waiver of the cooling-off period in appropriate cases.
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